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Maunakea Visitor Information Station - University of Hawaii at Hilo

call 'Imiloa Astronomy Center at (808) 969-9703. Donate. A student looking into a telescope at the VIS The Onizuka Center for International Astronomy Visitor ...

How to Visit MaunaKea: Stargazing Tours and DIY Guide for 2024

In this guide we explain how you can visit the Maunakea Visitor Center and see the telescopes and sunset at the summit.

Maunakea Observatories

Maunakea Observatories are a group of nonprofit, independent institutions with telescopes atop Maunakea on Hawaiʻi Island.

Visiting Mauna Kea Observatories - Big Island Guide

Home to 13 observatories operated by more than 11 countries, Mauna Kea is one of the best places for astronomical observation - and amazing stargazing.

Maunakea Observatories - IfA Facilities

The Visitor Information Station (VIS) is open 7 days a week from 8am to 300 pm, with Interpretive Guides and Maunakea Rangers to answer questions. Luas are ...

How Close/Involved Can Tourist Get to the Observatories at Mauna ...

The Keck observatory has their little visitor entrance/place open. No tour, but you can walk inside and check out the big ol' telescope! Also ...

Public Visits to Gemini North telescope - NOIRLab

NOIRLab is pleased to provide tours at no cost to the Gemini North telescope near the summit of Maunakea on Hawai'i Island.

Our Facilities - W. M. Keck Observatory

Planning Your Visit · Check the weather and road conditions prior to your visit by calling: (808) 935-6268 · Make sure your vehicle is clean to prevent the spread ...

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures | The Original Sunset & Stargazing ...

Enjoy a warm, hearty meal, watch the breathtaking sunset, and stargaze at the night sky on this 7.5-8.5 hour tour. Note: The stargazing portion of our adventure ...

Things to know when visiting the Mauna Kea Observatory Telescopes

Visiting the Telescopes on Mauna Kea is well worth doing while on Hawaii's Big Island. Because of the road conditions and the altitude of ...

Maunakea | Go Hawaii

(NOTE: Observatories are not open to the public.) ... Or, get the complete Maunakea experience by joining a tour from a permitted tour company, such as Mauna Kea ...

Know Before You Go: Visiting Mauna Kea Summit and Observatory

This hike is very challenging due to the quick elevation gain of 4,500 feet (1,372 meters). You'll need to set out early in the day as it typically takes 7–8 ...

Go Stargazing at the top of Mauna Kea - Big Island Guide

The Mauna Kea stargazing program is now a reservation based viewing experience. You can apply for a reservation and if you get one, you will enjoy two hours of ...

Sunset & Stargazing Tour - Mauna Kea Summit Adventures

This 7.5-8.5-hour excursion includes Arctic style parkas with hoods, a hearty hot supper, gourmet hot beverages and convenient pick-up points.

Mauna Kea Visit - General Observing and Astronomy - Cloudy Nights

The sky is consistently remarkable--so much brighter than at sea level. There are too many stars. Bring your own binoculars. After sunset among ...

Maunakea Visitor's Guidelines | Gemini Observatory

Visiting Gemini · Individuals under 16 years of age are not permitted within the Gemini North facility (or on the upper elevations of Mauna Kea); ...

Mauna Loa Observatory - NOAA Global Monitoring Laboratory

! Due to the COVID pandemic, the Mauna Loa observatory is closed to the public and not giving tours until further notice. · Tour Information for General Public.

Mauna Kea Summit & Observatory Tours & Tickets - Viator

Book tours and tickets to experience Mauna Kea Summit & Observatory. Reserve a ticket for your trip to Big Island of Hawaii today.

Contact 1 - Maunakea Observatories

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Visiting Mauna Kea | Hawaii's Most Sacred Mountain

To reach Mauna Kea, take Saddle Road to Mauna Kea access road. It's an approximately 1.5 hour (64 mile) drive from Kailua-Kona to the Mauna Kea ...